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Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Asian-Style Mushroom Soup

From the kitchen of One Perfect Bite...I've always dreamed of picnics where food is served from vintage hampers and placed on tables perfectly appointed for al fresco dining. I see linen and crystal and glorious food set on plates of white porcelain chosen to highlight the colors of the light, yet sophisticated, fare chosen for the meal. There is a set menu, one beverage is sufficient to the day and shoes are not used, foursquare, as counterweights to prevent aerodynamic displays by the tablecloth. My dream is terribly civilized. My reality is a nightmare. Folks have gone on safari with less gear than it takes to get my crew to the park for a picnic. Cases for hot, cases for cold. Condiments. Food for the allergic and food for the just plain fussy. We pack bags of ice, a thermos of boiling water and a quantity beverages that could stock a small emporium. And we always, always , manage to forget something.

We had a real break in the weather today. The sun came out and stayed for hours. The day was cool but we Oregonians are a hearty lot and can handle that. It was a perfect day for a picnic. So picnic we did. We quickly assembled a group of kindred spirits and headed to the coast for an adult al fresco feast. I was responsible for soup and dessert. I had to throw both together quickly and was limited by the ingredients I had on hand, but I was pleased with the results. I wanted to share the recipe for the soup I made with you today. It is vaguely Asian and really easy to do. If you like egg drop soup, I know you'll love this. Here's the recipe.

You're very fortunate you can still eat soup out there. I love simple soups like this. One day, I will share my mom's recipe.BTW, I know exactly what you mean by packing "everything but the kitchen sink" to go out for a picnic.

My mom used to make us egg drop soup when my sister and I were kids and we really loved it. I know I would love your version, Mary...it looks even more flavorful and I really love the addition of mushrooms!

Oh, this sounds so good! Do you have to go to a specialty shop for the ingredients? I've never heard or seen of them. Maybe I should pay better attention to what's on the shelves. A picnic sounds like a perfect way to celebrate the holidays. Lucky you!

Soup on a picnic and not just any soup either! Wow, Mary. You are ambitious. I have fond memories of many picnics but one that isn't in that category is of unpacking a lovely gourmet basket of goodies on a perfect little hilly spot with a beautiful view. Said spot turned out to be an anthill and the picnic didn't last long. LOL

Mary, thanks for your comment in my blog, it´s a honor that you blog´s award owner write to me that beautiful words and inspire me to go on with my labor to teach people how cook it´s simple and lovely. Thanks again, your blog it´s amazing and teach me how has look a blog of a professional cook. I´m following your recipes, make them a learn. Sorry if my english isn´t write correctly I´m learning it nowCristina

Dear Mary~ I've got a favor to ask...I would like to invite you over for a visit to see a very special post I've written. I would love it if you could take a few moments to stop by.Thank you sweet friend,Sara

This looks yummy! I love egg drop soup, and frequently throw some fresh baby spinach or Parmesan in. I'm late commenting because this morning we heard a dreadful boom that scared us to death, then all the power went out. Glad it's back on now!

Even though it was 98 degrees here today, I would still love a bowl of this delicious looking soup! Your recipes always look that delectable!We love both mushrooms and egg drop soup in our house so I know this would be a hit!

Maky, I am unable to comment on your Nigerian food site, and I wanted you to know how interesting I found all that I found there, so I'll do it here instead. I "liked" you on Facebook. I hope you have a great day. Blessings...Mary

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